Bleached Cotton Cheesecloth Grade 40
Bleached cotton cheesecloth, Grade 40, with a plain weave, average yarn number of 42 or lower, and weighing between 100 and 200 g/m². Containing at least 85% cotton, it is classified under tariff item 5208.22.00 as a bleached plain weave cotton fabric over 100 g/m².
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cheesecloth is unbleached
Unbleached plain weave cotton fabrics over 100 g/m² are classified under this item.
If the cheesecloth is coloured or printed
Other plain weave cotton fabrics over 100 g/m² fall under this heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the cheesecloth's open weave does not disqualify it from plain weave classification—it must still be a woven fabric
• Provide a technical datasheet showing yarn number and weight
• If the cheesecloth is cut into squares for retail, it may be considered 'made up' under Note 7 to Section XI
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